Joey the cleaner

Summary: After graduation, Joey has never found a proper job. So to make sure he can stay in his flat and doesn’t have to live on the streets and to be able to pay all his bills, he took a job as a cleaner (and in the weekends, he works at the local snack bar). But he’s ashamed of his job and doesn’t tell his friends. So what will happen when he has to clean at Kaibacorp…and Seto Kaiba discovers his little secret?

Disclaimer: I don’t own Yu-Gi-Oh, only this story!!

Warnings: swearing, yaoi!! The entire story is from Joey’s pov.
Pairing: Seto/Joey

Chapter 3:

Next morning I woke up at 10 AM. I rubbed my eyes sleepily, then remembered Kaiba had stayed for the night and got out of bed.
As I walked into the living room, I found the blanket neatly folded on the couch, the pillow on top of it. There was no sign of Kaiba. He was gone. Figures. He had a company to run, he had no time to sleep late and linger at my apartment. It also could be he didn’t want to spend time with me any longer than necessary.
I shrugged and went into the kitchen. I frowned as I found a note on the kitchen table with a 10 dollar banknote next to it. I picked up the note curiously and read it.

This is for my breakfast.
Kaiba.

Short and concise. Just like Kaiba. But…he had left me money because he ate breakfast here? Had he gone nuts?! It’s not like I didn’t have enough money to eat! I even saved money so I was always able to have a proper meal! Eating was still one of my favorite things to do. Speaking of food, I’m hungry.
I made myself a few sandwiches and sat down at the kitchen-table. Usually I finished my food really quick, stuffing my face with it, but now I was in deep thought. Things had gone really weird yesterday.
‘Well, it should get interesting tonight when I go cleaning again.’
The day seemed to pass by slowly since I had nothing to do. Ok, so that’s not really true, I could have cleaned the mess that was my living room, or could have gone out to search for a job, but I just didn’t feel like doing anything. I tried to read a book, tried to watch TV, but there was nothing I could seem to concentrate on. My thoughts kept wandering off to a certain CEO. Why was I thinking about him all the time?! Ok, so he acted a little nicer than usual, so what?! That wasn’t so special. Actually, it was, but still! I sighed, frustrated. I definitely needed some distraction!
My wish was being fulfilled. The telephone rang. I quickly jumped up and picked up the receiver.
“Joey speaking.”
“Uhm, hi Joey, it’s me,” I recognized Serenity’s voice. She sounded a little caught off guard. Probably because she didn’t expect me to pick up the phone so quickly. But soon she recovered from her surprise and started to rant on and on about something. Really, I love my sister very much, but sometimes she babbles way too much about things that are totally not interesting. She worries too much about small things. But this time, I welcomed her chitchat with open arms. It was the perfect distraction from Kaiba. So for a change, I actually listened to what she was saying. Time passed by rather quickly this way and when I hung up, my ear glowing and all red, I noticed it was time for dinner already. Never missing a chance to eat I got into the kitchen and cooked my food. If you call “remove theppinpping and put it in the microwave” cooking, that is.
After I had finished my food I got to my bedroom to change clothes. I searched through my closet for a proper outfit. I looked in my mirror, trying to choose between a black shirt and a dark blue blouse.
“Wonder what Kaiba would like,” I said aloud to myself. I blinked, surprised of my own words, and saw my cheeks redden as I looked at my reflection. Angry at myself for wondering like that I threw the clothes on my bed and bed bed the first pair of jeans and a t-shirt out of my closet. I hastily pulled them on and left my apartment, grabbing my coat along the way. I closed the door behind me with a bang, scaring an old lady nearly to death. But I didn’t care at that moment.
I went off to work, walking in a quick pace. If I’d walk slowly I’d just start to ponder about Kaiba again.
Ï couldn’t help but feel a little nervous as I neared the Kaiba corporation office. A huge logo of the company hung above the entrance. How could I have missed it yesterday? Must have been sulking about my poverty again.
I entered the building and slightly nodded to the receptionist as a greeting, then went right off to the closet with the cleaning stuff. I took the elevator to the upper 2 levels, it was becoming familiar to me already, while this was just the second evening I worked here. But I didn’t ruhe che cleaning like I did yesterday, no, this time I took it slow. I hoped Kaiba would have gone home by the time I got to his office. Anything to avoid him. Of course, I had no such luck. I tried to postpone cleaning the CEO’sice,ice, but in the end I had to go there anyway. As I arrived the lights were still on. That could only mean one thing. Damn.
I groaned, preparing myself for all the insults that were probably to come. I cleared my throat, feeling my heart beat unusually quick, and hesitantly knocked on the door.
“Come in.”
The same answer as yesterday. Well, what did I expect?
I carefully opened the door and entered the room. I felt really uncomfortable. Kaiba sat at his desk, typing something on his laptop. He was wearing a black silk shirt and a matching pair of black pants. I bit my bottom lip, he looked definitely good in silk.
“Uhm…h-hi,” I stuttered. I felt my cheeks heat up as thoughts of unbuttoning that silk shirt ran through myself. I sma mys myself mentally. Fuck, what was wrong with me?! I thought I had gotten rid of my teenage hormones a long time ago!
Seto looked up for a moment from his laptop, then immediately returning his attention to it. Why did I feel disappointed?
“Hello puppy.”
I growled and yelled at Kaiba that I wasn’t a damn dog.
“Whatever you say, pup.”
I muttered some curses under my breath and started my cleaning work. I wished Bakura was here, then I would ask him to send Seto the Shadow Realm. Then he would have his fun and I would hopefully get rid of all these confusing thoughts about the CEO. Though Ryou said he had changed, I doubted Bakura would mind to send someone to the Shadow Realm. I shuddered at thouthought, the guy always scared me a little, the way he would glare at me with that “if-you-even-think-of-touching-my-hikari-you’ll-die” look. Not that I was attracted to Ryou, but Bakura just glared that way at everyone. But as long as Ryou was near, I didn’t have anything to fear I guess. Amazing what an influence a quiet and calm guy like Ryou could have on Bakura.
I was so deep in thought that I subconsciously had stopped working. Suddenly Kaiba spoke up, breaking the silence, pulling me out of my thoughts.
“You found the money I left?”
I looked up.
“Huh? Oh…Yeah, I found it. It really was unnecessary though. I’m not a restaurant where you have to pay for your food!”
Kaiba shrugged.
“I figured you could use it.”
“Well, yeah, but still! You shouldn’t have paid me!”
The CEO let out an –irritated?- sigh.
“Look, just take it or leave it, mutt!”
I walked towards the desk as I grabbed my wallet from my back pocket. Seto frowned as I approached him, probably wondering what I was gonna do.
As I reached him I calmly pulled out a 10 dollar banknote and laid it on the desk.
“Here. You can have it back spo spoke, surprised how cool and collected I sounded. But on the inside my heart was pounding like crazy! How would he react to this?
“I was just being nice when I let you stay for the night. I don’t expect any money for that.”
Kaiba’s face was unreadable. Expressionless. It made me feel quite nervous. What was he thinking?
He slowly rose from his chair and I gulped inwardly, slightly intimidated by his length. He was extraordinary tall, even for a guy. I immediately noticed the shiny golden belt he was wearing around his waist. It looked really expensive, and it probably was too, but it suited him. It suited him just fine.
Kaiba rounded the desk and picked up the money. He grabbed my hand, it made me blush a bit, and pressed the banknote into it while he spoke:
“If you were being nice, I am returning the favor.”
I smiled a little. I guess Setallyally could be nice if he wanted to! The only problem was: he never seemed to want to… * sweatdrop *
“In that case: thanks.”
Kaiba gave a slight nod, signaling it was alright. He didn’t release my hand yet, though. I gazed up into his eyes and blushed even more. Why didn’t he let me go? What was going on behind those ice cold blue eyes that stared down intensely at me? Was he thinking about me? I hoped he was. why why did I?
“Uhm…Kaiba…” I said nervously. It seemed like if he sna snapped back to reality, because he abruptly let go of my hand and walked back to his chair to sit down.
“Go back to work!” he commanded.
I quietly obeyed. I cleaned the office, going through the same ritual as yesterday. I wondered what was wrong with Kaiba. He was acting really weird. Was this all part of some plan to pick on me again?
I bent down to dust off his desk, my hand accidentally touching his in action. It sent a shiver up and down my spine. And was I mistaking or did Seto shiver too? I shrugged it off as my overactive imagination and continued with the desk, I h I hadn’t noticed Kaiba had stopped typing on his laptop and our hands touched again.
But this time Kaiba grabbed my wrist. I gasped surprised, but before I could even think of yelling at him he pulled me to his chest and pressed his lips on mine. My eyes widened dramatically. I was too shocked to react. Hell, I barely even realized what was going on.. Then, common sense kicked in. He was kissing me. Seto Kaiba was kissing me!
I pulled away abruptly.
“What the hell do you think you’re doing?!” I yelled angrily at him. But my anger wasn’t honestly directed at him. I was utterly confused, for I had to admit, the kiss had been far from bad, and that was what was making me so angry. I didn’t have any control over my feelings, nor over the situation.
“I’m kissing you,” came the CEO’s plain answer.”
“I noticed that, you moron! But what makes you think yo-…”
I was cut off as Kaiba crushed his lips on mine again. I struggledget get away, but he slid his hand behind my head, burying his fingers in my blonde hair, and pressed my face towards him while his other arm encircled my waist. It was impossible for me to pull away, no matter how hard I tried.
Kaiba softly bit on my bottom lip, making me gasp. He took advantage of that and plunged his tongue into my mouth. I still tried to get away, but gave up on my attempts as I realized it was futile. Maybe this wasn’t even so bad…Kaiba’s lips were soft, and his tongue…but…it was still Kaiba who was kissing me! Oh, heck! Who cares?!
I started to return the kiss right after that thought. Kaiba stiffened a moment in surprise, but quickly deepened the kiss as I became an eager participant. Soon we were battling for dominance. A soft moan escaped me as Kaiba pulled me into his lap and licked my lips sensually. He was getting the upper hand, but I would not let him win.
Finally we pulled apart, both out of breath, panting quickly. Kaiba’s face was still only mere inches away from mine and I could feel his breath. His blue eyes bore right through me. Suddenly he smi.
“.
“You’re flustered.”
I blushed fiercely. Kaiba chuckled softly.
“What? Is the puppy suddenly becoming shy?”
I growled softly at the nickname.
“Shut up, Kaiba!”
He smirked.
“Make me.”
I grabbed both sides of his head and before I even realized what I was doing I pressed my lips roughly on his. I kissed him fiercely, and I could tell Kaiba was a little caught off guard by my power. I used this to my advantage and forced my tongue into his mouth. I ran my tongue across his roof and circled around his tongue, eliciting a moan from the CEO. I shivered and pushed myself further on his lap, my legs straddling his hips. Kaiba wrapped his arms around my waist and started to respond to the kiss. I soon found I was losing my control and battled to reclaim it. But I totally lost it as Kaiba started to buckle his hips up, his crotch pressing against mine. I could only gasp and didn’t bother to fight for dominance any longer, Kaiba had me in his power. I would comply to anything he would do to me, no matter what it was.
His lips left mine and started to kiss my neck and earlobe. I tilted my head back to give him more space and moaned, grinding my hips into his in desperation. He was turning me on and he knew it damn well.
Suddenly, Seto’s cellphone rang.
“Fuck!” he cursed and quickly picked up his phone.
“What?” he shouted rather pissed off. But his eyes softened as the person on the other side talked to him.
“Ok, I’ll be right there.”
He turned off his cell phone and laid it down. He smirked.
“Sorry, pup, but Mokuba is waiting for me with dinner.”
I sighed, not able to hide my disappointment.
“And your little brother takes precedence for everything, right?” I smiled a little sad as I climbed off of his lap. Miraceously, Kaiba smiled a little.
“Yeah, he’s all I have,” he answered. Amazing how lovingly he sounded when he spoke about his little brother.
‘That’s not true! You have me!’ I thought, but instead I just kept my mouth shut. I didn’t have the guts to say it.
“Gather your stuff,” Kaiba said, turning to his old, cold self again, as he stood up and began to pack his laptop, “so I can lock the office.”
I silently complied. I was at a loss of words, I had no idea what to say. This was really weird. Things would never be the same between us again, and we both knew it, but I guess we were too scared to admit. I never expected it either.
After I had gathered everything I walked to the door and opened it. Before I left I turned around, looking one more time at Kaiba.
“I...I guess I’ll see you tomorrow again,” I said unsurely.
Seto Kaiba looked up and nodded slightly, almost unnoticable.
“Have a nice evening,” he responded and continued with...whatever he had been doing. I smiled.
“You too,” I practically whispered, then turned around and left.